Brigadier general is a high-ranking military officer who is recognized for the skills, discipline, and expertise in commanding a brigade in the military sector. There are various synonyms for this rank, including general officer, one-star general, senior brigadier, and brigadier. The term brigadier general is commonly used in the United States, whereas other countries may refer to the same rank as brigadier, brigadier-general, or simply general. In the United Kingdom, the equivalent rank is referred to as Brigadier, while in the French army, they use the term General de brigade. The common objective of all these synonyms is to identify an individual who has achieved a high level of authority and expertise in the military sector.